South Eastern Sydney Local Health District is running free clinics to provide routine childhood immunisations. The 6 weeks, 4 months, 6 months, 12 months, 18 months and 4 years immunisations will be available. Catch-up immunisations available for children who may have missed a previous vaccination. No Medicare required. Bookings recommended.
All clinics are from 9am-1.15pm
– Hurstville Hub: 11–15 Bond St, Hurstville: Tuesdays, 3 December, 17 December, 21 January
– Rockdale Hub: Rockdale Community Health Centre, 16-18 King St, Rockdale: Fridays, 13 December, 17 January
Bookings: 1300 244 288. Free translating service 131 450 available to book appointment.
Childhood immunisation information
Risk Management & Insurance Resources for Not-for-profits
Justice Connect Not-for-profit Law has launched a Fact Sheet: Introduction to Risk & Insurance, to complement their Guide to Risk Management & Insurance. It covers which insurance is right for your organisation and much more.
SHARE Volunteer Opportunity: Bus Drivers (Hurstville)
SHARE is seeking Volunteer Bus Drivers to cover local Sydney suburbs, as well as occasional trips to other areas. Must have a valid Class 1A driver’s licence, strong communication skills, be reliable and punctual, and have a passion for helping others and making a positive impact.
Contact: info@share.org.au or 8580 0628
Changes to Enrolment Policy for NSW Public Schools
The rules for enrolling a child at a NSW public school are changing. Commencing Term 1 next year:
– A student with a temporary resident visa can enrol at their local school.
– If places are available, a school can prioritise non-local enrolments for siblings of current students and consider non-local children of school staff.
Parents can submit or resubmit an enrolment application to their preferred school.
Changes to the enrolment policy: Information for families
Enrolment information website and translated enrolment application
This post expires on Monday 24 February 2025
Triple P Online for Baby: Program for New & Expecting Parents
Triple P (Positive Parenting Program) is a free, evidence-based online program that provides a community of support for new and expecting parents in navigating their journey into parenthood.
Register and receive one year’s free access
This post expires on Monday 24 February 2025
New report – Men’s Mental Health: A Focus on Suicide Prevention
A new NSW Health report from the Men’s Mental Health Forum held at NSW Parliament earlier this year captures key insights and the collective strategies to improve men’s mental health and reduce suicide rates across NSW.
More information and report download
This post expires on Monday 24 February 2025
Interrelate Term 1 2025 Programs to Support Children & Families (Caringbah & Online)
– Building Connections (self-paced or via Zoom): to support separated parents practice positive ways of parenting.
– Circle of Security (in person or via Zoom): to support and strengthen secure parent-child relationships, for parents with children 0-6, but may also help with older children.
– Kids Building Bridges (in person): designed to focus on children’s resilience and provide strategies to assit through family separation.
– Parents not Partners (via Zoom: commencing Thursday, 13 February or commencing Tuesday, 18 February): to engage separated parents in entrenched conflict in a process of reflection and awareness-raising, to focus on the best interest of their children.
– Understanding the Family Dispute Resolution (FDR) Process (via Zoom): workshop for separated parents and other family members who intend to participate in FDR to resolve disputes.
– Seasons for Growth (in person): for children 6-12 who have experience grief and loss.
Combined flyer for all programs
Various dates and times, February-March; mix of online, in person, and self-paced courses and sessions
Suite 301, Level 3, 304-318 Kingsway, Caringbah
Bookings: 8522 4400
Translated Georges River Pocket Guide to Relationships, Domestic Abuse & Coercive Control
Developed with the support of St George Domestic Violence Committee, Georges River Council has released this resource, which provides helpful information on support services available for people in an unhealthy or abusive relationship, and where to seek help if they are in a threatening situation.
English | Arabic | Bangla | Chinese | Nepali | Thai
Request printed copies: 9330 6262 or communitycapacitybuilding@georgesriver.nsw.gov.au
Georges River Council Domestic & Family Violence resources webpage
This post expires on Monday 24 February 2025
3Bridges Aged Care Sector Support & Development Training Consultation
3Bridges and Sector Support & Development partners are seeking input from Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP) and Home Care providers concerning their training and development priorities for 2025.
Provide your input by completing a short survey
Mapping Social Cohesion 2024 Report
Scanlon Foundation Research Institute’s Mapping Social Cohesion 2024 Report finds that despite challenges, Australians’ sense of belonging, happiness, and community participation remains steady, with strong communities supporting wellbeing. However, social cohesion faces ongoing and emerging pressures.
Key findings and full report